Vegan Sake Zuke

Vegan Sake Zuke is a delightful Japanese-inspired dish that captures the umami essence of traditional seafood through the use of marinated vegetables and tofu. This refreshing and savory dish is perfect for anyone craving a taste of Japan while adhering to a plant-based diet.

Ingredients

• Extra-firm tofu - 250 grams
• Cucumber - 1 medium, thinly sliced
• Carrot - 1 medium, julienned
• Red radish - 3, thinly sliced
• Nori seaweed sheets - 2, cut into strips
• Rice vinegar - 60 ml
• Soy sauce - 30 ml
• Mirin - 30 ml
• Sake - 30 ml
• Sesame oil - 1 tablespoon
• Sugar - 1 teaspoon
• Salt - 1/2 teaspoon
• Chopped green onions - 2 tablespoons for garnish
• Sesame seeds - 1 tablespoon for garnish

Steps

1. Press the tofu for 15 minutes to remove excess moisture, then cut it into bite-sized cubes.
2. In a bowl, combine rice vinegar, soy sauce, mirin, sake, sesame oil, sugar, and salt to create the marinade.
3. Add the tofu cubes, sliced cucumber, julienned carrot, and sliced radish to the marinade. Gently toss to coat the vegetables and tofu evenly.
4. Cover the bowl with plastic wrap and let it marinate in the refrigerator for at least 15 minutes to allow the flavors to meld.
5. Once marinated, arrange the tofu and vegetables on a serving plate, garnishing with chopped green onions and sesame seeds.
6. Serve the Vegan Sake Zuke chilled or at room temperature, accompanied by nori strips for wrapping.

Nutrition

• Calories: 220
• Protein: 15 g
• Carbs: 20 g
• Fiber: 5 g
• Sugar: 2 g
• Sodium: 800 mg
• Cholesterol: 0 mg
• Total Fat: 12 g
• Saturated Fat: 1 g
• Unsaturated Fat: 11 g
• Water: 0.25 L

Health Benefits

• Rich in plant-based protein from tofu, which supports muscle health.
• Low in saturated fat and cholesterol-free, making it heart-healthy.

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